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Tendon-Relaxing and Pain-Relieving Decoction,For localized swelling and pain resulting from all types of trauma.

Formulas Name : Tendon-Relaxing and Pain-Relieving Decoction

Chinese Name : 舒筋止痛水

Drug Formulation

6 qian of Sanqi powder, 6 qian of Sanling, 1 liang of safflower, 4 qian of raw Caowu, 4 qian of raw Chuanwu, 6 qian of Angelica sinensis root tips, 1 liang of camphor, 4 qian of Acanthopanax bark, 4 qian of papaya, 4 qian of Huai Niuxi, and 2 jin of sorghum wine.

Source

From *Lin Rugao’s Experience in Bone Setting*.

Processing

Seal tightly and steep for 1 month before use.

Benefits

For localized swelling and pain resulting from all types of trauma.

Instructions for Use

Apply the solution to the affected area 2–3 times daily.

Tendon-Relaxing and Pain-Relieving Decoction，From *Lin Rugao’s Experience in Bone Setting*.，For localized swelling and pain resulting from all types of trauma.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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